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11 results for Payroll Specialist in San Diego, CA

Payroll Specialist
  • Oceanside, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Oceanside, California in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is ideal for someone who is highly accurate, comfortable working with paper-based time records, and confident managing payroll in a fast-paced construction environment. You will play a key part in verifying time data, resolving discrepancies across multiple job sites, and ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Gather paper timesheets from internal contacts and field personnel, then organize and prepare them for payroll entry and review.<br>• Investigate missing or unclear time details by confirming employee assignments and matching hours to the correct job sites.<br>• Review payroll information carefully to validate rates, piece-work earnings, and other pay details before processing.<br>• Process weekly payroll through Paychex for a large workforce, maintaining accuracy across high employee volumes.<br>• Enter time and pay data from manual records into the payroll system while checking for duplicate names and other identifying inconsistencies.<br>• Prepare and sort employee checks into the appropriate folders, ensuring earnings tied to multiple jobs are recorded correctly.<br>• Resolve payroll discrepancies promptly by researching timecards, pay calculations, and supporting documentation.<br>• Maintain accurate payroll records and follow established procedures for weekly payroll operations in a construction setting.
  • 2026-10-05T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • San Diego, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Payroll Specialist – Temporary</strong></p><p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> for a temporary opportunity with an established organization. This position will support payroll processing for multiple locations as part of a larger payroll team. The ideal candidate has hands-on payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage detailed payroll information accurately and efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process payroll for multiple locations and employee groups</li><li>Review timekeeping, payroll data, deductions, and employee information for accuracy</li><li>Assist with payroll adjustments, corrections, and resolving discrepancies</li><li>Ensure accurate processing of earnings, deductions, taxes, and other payroll-related items</li><li>Work closely with HR, accounting, and other payroll team members to address payroll questions and issues</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Utilize Excel to review, organize, and analyze payroll data</li><li>Support the payroll team with various payroll and administrative projects as needed</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist - Dayforce Exp
  • San Diego, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 36 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to support a 600+ employee SaaS healthcare company through a payroll system transition from <strong>ADP to Dayforce.</strong></p><p>This role will work closely with the <strong>third-party implementation team and internal HR/Payroll leadership</strong> to help ensure a smooth transition. The ideal candidate has prior experience going through a payroll system conversion and can serve as a knowledgeable internal resource throughout the process.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with the third-party implementation team throughout the ADP-to-Dayforce transition</li><li>Provide payroll expertise and internal business requirements to the implementation team</li><li>Review and validate employee/payroll data during the transition</li><li>Assist with testing, parallel payrolls, reconciliations, and identifying discrepancies</li><li>Help document current payroll processes and ensure they are accurately reflected in the new system</li><li>Support troubleshooting and issue resolution during implementation and go-live</li><li>Assist with ongoing payroll processing and other day-to-day payroll needs as needed</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-01T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • San Diego, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payment operations and maintain accurate financial records for a long-term contract opportunity in San Diego, California. This role focuses on invoice processing, expense review, reconciliations, and timely issue resolution while partnering with vendors and internal teams. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced accounting environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review vendor invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and correct coding before entering them into the payment workflow.<br>• Examine employee expense submissions, identify exceptions or policy concerns, and escalate issues when needed for resolution.<br>• Maintain and monitor approved supplier records and payment guidelines to help prevent unauthorized transactions.<br>• Support year-end tax reporting activities by tracking 1099 information and preparing related reports.<br>• Investigate billing and payment discrepancies that could delay purchasing activity or vendor payments, and work with stakeholders to resolve them promptly.<br>• Respond to urgent payment matters, including time-sensitive orders and account holds, to minimize business disruption.<br>• Organize, scan, and retain invoices, checks, and supporting documentation in accordance with recordkeeping standards.<br>• Assist with audit requests by gathering documentation and providing accurate accounts payable support materials.<br>• Reconcile supplier and bank statements, update deposit records regularly, and prepare scheduled as well as ad hoc reports.<br>• Provide responsive service to internal departments and external partners while completing additional accounts payable tasks assigned by leadership.
  • 2026-09-30T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Rancho Santa Fe, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 31 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Robert Half is hiring an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for a growing healthcare organization.</strong> This is a hands-on AP position for someone who knows the full invoice-to-payment cycle and can confidently manage vendor questions, invoice discrepancies, approvals, and reconciliations.</p><p>This person will become a key point of contact between Accounting, Procurement, department managers, and vendors.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the full-cycle AP process from invoice receipt through payment</li><li>Process high-volume invoices while maintaining accuracy</li><li>Review invoices for appropriate coding, approvals, and supporting documentation</li><li>Assign invoices to GL accounts, departments, and cost centers</li><li>Match invoices against purchase orders and contracts</li><li>Investigate pricing, quantity, and billing discrepancies</li><li>Maintain vendor master data and payment information</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment questions</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and outstanding balances</li><li>Prepare and process weekly payment batches</li><li>Assist with ACH and check payments</li><li>Monitor AP aging and prioritize time-sensitive invoices</li><li>Research duplicate payments, credits, and unapplied items</li><li>Assist with monthly AP accruals and month-end close</li><li>Prepare AP reporting and reconciliation schedules</li><li>Support annual audit requests and documentation</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Oceanside, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 32 - 34 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Robert Half is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist for an established construction company in North County.</strong> This is a great opportunity for an AP professional who likes more than simply entering invoices. You’ll work directly with Project Managers, vendors, subcontractors, and the Accounting team to keep project-related payables moving accurately and on schedule.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Handle:</strong></p><ul><li>Process a high volume of subcontractor and vendor invoices</li><li>Review invoices against contracts, purchase orders, and project documentation</li><li>Code invoices by project, job, cost code, and GL account</li><li>Verify appropriate approvals before invoices are released for payment</li><li>Process subcontractor payment requests</li><li>Review lien waivers and supporting compliance documentation</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Communicate with Project Managers regarding missing approvals or documentation</li><li>Manage vendor setup and W-9 documentation</li><li>Prepare weekly check runs and electronic payments</li><li>Track outstanding invoices and payment commitments</li><li>Research duplicate invoices and credit memos</li><li>Assist with AP aging and month-end close</li><li>Support AP accruals and project cost reporting</li><li>Maintain organized documentation for audits and project files</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z
Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Solana Beach, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 34 - 38 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established manufacturing company that is looking for a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to take ownership of its day-to-day AP operations.</strong> This role is a great fit for someone who knows AP inside and out and is comfortable working with Purchasing, Operations, Inventory, and vendors.</p><p>This isn&#39;t a basic invoice-entry position — you&#39;ll be expected to troubleshoot discrepancies, understand the flow of purchasing and receiving, and help improve the AP process.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Own the full-cycle AP process for a high-volume manufacturing environment</li><li>Review and approve invoice coding and supporting documentation</li><li>Perform three-way matching between POs, receipts, and invoices</li><li>Research pricing, quantity, freight, and tax discrepancies</li><li>Manage vendor statements and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain vendor master information</li><li>Prepare payment batches and manage payment schedules</li><li>Monitor AP aging and cash requirements</li><li>Research duplicate payments, credits, and outstanding items</li><li>Coordinate with Purchasing and Receiving to resolve invoice issues</li><li>Assist with monthly AP accruals and close</li><li>Prepare AP reconciliations and management reports</li><li>Support 1099 preparation and year-end activities</li><li>Assist with internal and external audit requests</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve invoice processing and automation</li><li>Help train or provide guidance to junior AP staff</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z
Legal Billing Specialist
  • La Jolla, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 34 - 36 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Biller to join a legal organization in La Jolla, California in a contract capacity with permanent potential. This position supports the full billing cycle by preparing accurate invoices, coordinating electronic submissions, and addressing billing questions in a timely manner. The ideal candidate brings strong legal billing experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage a high-volume workload while meeting client-specific requirements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, revise, and finalize prebills based on attorney direction, including tasks such as allocating charges among clients, applying retainer balances, and readying invoices for submission.<br>• Process billable time and related charges for attorneys and paralegals in accordance with client billing instructions and firm standards.<br>• Transmit invoices through electronic billing platforms and investigate submission rejections or technical issues until resolved.<br>• Manage a substantial billing volume each cycle while maintaining accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.<br>• Verify invoice details and supporting records to ensure all billing information is correct before release.<br>• Research billing discrepancies, respond to inquiries, and provide practical solutions to resolve account-related concerns.<br>• Apply client guidelines consistently, including requirements tied to rates, billing schedules, documentation, and cost controls.<br>• Partner with the Billing Manager, billing team, and legal staff to address exceptions, coordinate priorities, and support billing-related projects.<br>• Use billing software effectively, including troubleshooting system issues that affect invoice preparation or submission.
  • 2026-10-02T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Vista, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Robert Half is partnering with a busy distribution company that is adding an Accounts Payable Clerk to its accounting department.</strong> This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and wants exposure to the operational side of accounting.</p><p>You’ll work closely with Purchasing, Receiving, Warehouse, and Accounting to make sure invoices are accurate, properly documented, and paid on time.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process invoices for inventory, supplies, freight, and operating expenses</li><li>Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documentation</li><li>Verify quantities, pricing, vendor information, and payment terms</li><li>Research discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, and receipts</li><li>Enter invoices into the accounting system</li><li>Maintain vendor files and W-9 documentation</li><li>Assist with vendor statement reconciliations</li><li>Track outstanding invoices and upcoming payment obligations</li><li>Prepare invoices for approval</li><li>Assist with check runs, ACH payments, and other payment processing</li><li>Research duplicate invoices and credits</li><li>Communicate with Purchasing and Receiving regarding missing information</li><li>Assist with month-end AP reporting and reconciliations</li><li>Maintain accurate digital accounting records</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24 - 28 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Robert Half is hiring an Accounts Payable Clerk for a growing professional services company in North County San Diego.</strong> This is a great opportunity for someone with 1–2 years of accounting experience who wants to build a strong foundation in Accounts Payable while working with an experienced accounting team.</p><p>The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, comfortable working with invoices, and enjoys keeping things moving behind the scenes.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Enter and process a high volume of vendor invoices</li><li>Review invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and supporting documentation</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders and other backup</li><li>Code invoices to the appropriate GL accounts</li><li>Maintain accurate vendor records</li><li>Respond to basic vendor inquiries regarding invoice status and payment timing</li><li>Assist with weekly check runs and electronic payments</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and research discrepancies</li><li>Research duplicate invoices and payment issues</li><li>Maintain organized AP files and documentation</li><li>Assist with credit card and expense report processing</li><li>Support month-end AP activities</li><li>Prepare basic AP reports for the accounting team</li><li>Assist with other accounting projects as needed</li></ul>
  • 2026-09-28T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • San Marcos, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28 - 34 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>A growing healthcare organization in North County is looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join its accounting team.</strong> This position is ideal for someone who enjoys the investigative side of AR — researching payments, resolving discrepancies, cleaning up aging balances, and figuring out why an account isn&#39;t paying as expected.</p><p>You’ll work closely with Billing, Accounting, Customer Service, and Operations to keep receivables accurate and moving.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage an assigned portfolio of customer accounts</li><li>Monitor AR aging and prioritize collection activity</li><li>Post and reconcile incoming payments</li><li>Research unapplied cash and short payments</li><li>Investigate billing and account discrepancies</li><li>Contact customers regarding outstanding balances</li><li>Prepare account statements and payment documentation</li><li>Process credits, adjustments, and approved write-offs</li><li>Reconcile AR subledger activity to the general ledger</li><li>Research historical account activity when payment issues arise</li><li>Maintain detailed notes regarding collection activity</li><li>Partner with Billing to correct invoice issues</li><li>Assist with month-end AR reconciliations</li><li>Prepare recurring AR reports and aging schedules</li><li>Support audit requests and special accounting projects</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-29T00:00:00Z